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Luciano Sandrone, Barolo Cannubi Boschis 1985
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Description
Luciano Sandrone, Barolo, Cannubi Boschis, Piedmont, Red, 2009
Tasting notes
Reviewed by: Antonio Galloni
Dark red. The 1985 shows a winemaker in the early stages of finding a voice and here we see a dramatic stylistic change. With its prominent sweet toasted oak and vanilla aromas, this Barolo clearly belongs to the modern school. The warm vintage no doubt contributes to this wine's notable concentration, sweetness, and expansiveness on the palate and today the 1985 comes across as more evolved than the sturdier 1982, though it is still quite fresh considering the vintage. Its best drinking is likely to be within the next 5-10 years.
About the Producer
Luciano Sandrone is an acclaimed Italian winemaker based in the Piedmont region of Italy. He is the founder and owner of the Luciano Sandrone winery, which he established in 1978. Sandrone is known for his skillful blending of traditional and modern winemaking techniques to produce wines that are both elegant and powerful. He primarily works with the Nebbiolo grape, which is the main varietal used in the production of Barolo, one of Italy's most celebrated wines. The winery produces several different wines, including the flagship wine, Barolo Cannubi Boschis, which is made from grapes grown in the prestigious Cannubi vineyard. Sandrone also produces a Barbera d'Alba, a Dolcetto d'Alba, and a Langhe Nebbiolo. Sandrone's wines are highly sought after by wine enthusiasts and collectors around the world and have received numerous accolades from wine critics. He is considered one of the most influential winemakers in Piedmont and has played a significant role in elevating the quality and reputation of the region's wines.
